1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1991 Chrysler Viper
To start off, both 1991 Buick Reatta and 1991 Chrysler Viper were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1991 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1991 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1991 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Reatta | Viper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
